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WHS grad recovering from serious injuries after Seabrook Beach crash: 'Like a miracle'
SEABROOK — The prayers of family and friends of 19-year-old Cayleigh Adams are being answered, according to the mother of the Seabrook beach parking attendant severely injured when her UTV was struck by a car on June 28. “Everyone at the emergency room and the hospital, the doctors and...
Lawrence police seek help identifying individual in photo
LAWRENCE — The Lawrence Police Department is reaching out to the public for assistance in identifying an individual whose photo they have circulated. Authorities are urging anyone who has information on the person in question to come forward. The department has not disclosed the circumstances surrounding the need to...
Suspect arrested in connection with fight, stabbing at bar in Portsmouth, NH
A suspect was arrested Monday in connection with a stabbing last month at a bar in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Shortly after midnight on June 22, Portsmouth police said they were called to The Press Room on Daniel Street for a report of a fight. When they arrived, they learned that one patron had assaulted another patron inside the bar, and during the altercation they stabbed the victim in the chest.
Mass. woman accused of scamming elderly residents in NH
A North Andover, Massachusetts, woman is accused of stealing thousands of dollars from elderly residents in New Hampshire as part of a tech support scam. Rachel Chen, 25, is facing charges in three New Hampshire counties, the attorney general said Monday in a release. In Merrimack County, a grand jury...
Suspect arrested after lengthy search in Everett
EVERETT — Police arrested a Haverhill man on gun and drug charges Monday following a four-hour search near the Gateway Mall. Sergio Sanchez, 38, was taken into custody around 11 a.m. after officers responded to a call on Dane Street earlier that morning, Everett police said. A homeowner reported...
Haverhill Man Admits To Stealing Money Meant For Veteran Suicide: Feds
David Duren, 48, admitted to wire fraud on Monday, July 1, the US Attorney for New Hampshire said. He faces up to 20 years in prison during his sentencing on Oct. 10. Duren was a program manager at a healthcare provider in Nashua, New Hampshire, and oversaw a $750,000 program funded by a Staff Sergeant Fox Suicide Prevention Grant. The money was earmarked for treatments and services for veterans at risk of killing themselves.
Tyler Troy files intent to plead guilty in fatal 2022 Thanksgiving crash
PORTSMOUTH — Tyler Troy has filed his intent to plead guilty to negligent homicide and seven other felonies in connection to the deadly 2022 Thanksgiving crash that killed 21-year-old Barrington resident Drew Ceppetelli and injured four other passengers. Troy, a Northwood resident, is now headed to criminal mediation starting July 15, his 24th birthday, as the defense and prosecution attempt to reach an agreement in the case. His trial, which had been scheduled to begin June 22,...
Following Haverhill Drowning and Other Near-Fatal Incidents, DA Tucker Offers Safety Reminders
In light of fatal and near-fatal drownings recently in Haverhill and other area communities, Essex County District Attorney Paul F. Tucker rolled out an appeal Monday for residents to take certain swimming precautions. Tucker reminded residents of all ages not to swim alone. Parents of very young children can help...
Haverhill man held without bail in connection with explosive device
A Haverhill man was charged in connection with an explosive device found in a neighborhood, resulting in an evacuation of the area and the detonation of the device, a spokesperson with Essex District Attorney Paul Tucker’s office told MassLive. David Farnsworth, 63, was held without bail after his arraignment...
Georgetown and Surrounding Communities Battled Fatal 4-Alarm House Fire
GEORGETOWN – Chief Matt McKay shared the actions taken by the Georgetown Fire Department as it battled a serious 4-alarm house fire. At 10:49 p.m. Saturday, June 22, Georgetown Fire responded to 238 East Main St. for a report of a house fire. Upon arrival, firefighters observed heavy flames...
Police and fire log June 17 to 23, 2024
6:46 a.m. Medical aid to the Ipswich Fire Department Headquarters on Central Street. 8:46 a.m. 911 misdial from the Ipswich Town Hall Assessor’s Office on Green Street. 3:21 p.m. Medical aid to the Residence at Riverbend on County Road. 4:35 p.m. Hazard on Linebrook Road. 5:47 p.m. Assist other...
Ipswich police and fire log June 24 to 30, 2024
2:25 a.m. Burglar alarm at Brookline Bank on Market Street. 12:22 p.m. Fire department called out to Central Street for public assist. 4:36 p.m. Motor vehicle check on Jeffreys Neck Road. 5:34 p.m. Animal complaint at Southern Heights. 8:59 p.m. Motor vehicle complaint on Essex Road. 10:21 p.m. Medical aid...
Haverhill police seek public’s help in identifying individuals in photos
HAVERHILL — The Haverhill Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying individuals related to an ongoing investigation, as indicated by a recent plea shared by the department. In a statement involving case number 2024-002898, the department has released images of certain individuals and possibly their vehicles,...
Haverhill Man Allegedly Built ‘Pipe Bomb’ that Placed Neighbors at Risk up to 300 Yards Away
A 63-year-old Haverhill man, accused of making a potent “pipe bomb” with the intent to injure and making terroristic threats, was ordered held for mental evaluation at his court arraignment Monday following a scare Friday at his Rosebud Avenue home. David Farnsworth of 5 Rosebud Ave., allegedly constructed...
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